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Ellen Marrero-Zadory

Transportation Specialist
Bumpass,VA

Summary

Dedicated School Bus Driver/Transportation Professional with history of meeting Transportation goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the department.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Transportation Specialist

Orange County Public Schools
Orange, VA
11.2003 - Current

Professional Duties and Responsibilities:

Safely operate and highly knowledgeable on all types of school busses and required Federal and State Laws

Current Virginia Interstate Class B- CDL with P & S endorsements

Virginia Certified School Bus Driver Trainer

Effectively read maps, provide routes/directions for drivers, respond to inquiries and requests concerning all transportation needs.

Assisted with the implementation of all areas of bus routes and scheduling, to include route assignments and field trips to regular and substitute drivers, using "Route Finder" Computer Software

Properly and effectively operate and dispatch two-way radio and telephone communications between drivers and staff while providing excellent Customer Service and keeping all concerned parties informed

Maintain effective communication, confidentiality and ability to multi-task

School Bus Driver

Page County Public Schools
Page County, VA
04.1994 - 06.2001
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
  • Obeyed federal, Virginia and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
  • Drove bus along assigned route, picking up students.
  • Assessed bus condition and maintained brakes, wipers, gas levels and cleanliness.
  • Monitored bus heating, lighting and ventilation systems.
  • Drafted and submitted reports detailing trips, fuel, mileage and hours.
  • Recorded bus route and made notes for substitute drivers.
  • Created and enforced bus rules and kept expectations posted.
  • Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.
  • Maintained Virginia driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips and other purposes.
  • Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.

School Bus Driver

Prince William County Public Schools
Bristow, VA
09.1987 - 03.1994
  • Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
  • Maintained Virginia driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips and other purposes.
  • Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
  • Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
  • Obeyed federal, Virginia and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
  • Obeyed federal, Virginia and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
  • Drove bus along assigned route, picking up students.
  • Monitored bus heating, lighting and ventilation systems.
  • Assessed bus condition and maintained brakes, wipers, gas levels and cleanliness.
  • Drafted and submitted reports detailing trips, fuel, mileage and hours.
  • Recorded bus route and made notes for substitute drivers.
  • Held special assemblies to explain rules and emergency bus procedures to students.
  • Created and enforced bus rules and kept expectations posted.
  • Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bethpage High School
Bethpage, New York
09.1970 - 06.1974

Skills

Managing schedules

Documentation skills

Assisting customers

Safety standards

Routing plans

Passenger safety

GPS use

Analytical and Critical Thinking

Timeline

Transportation Specialist

Orange County Public Schools
11.2003 - Current

School Bus Driver

Page County Public Schools
04.1994 - 06.2001

School Bus Driver

Prince William County Public Schools
09.1987 - 03.1994

High School Diploma -

Bethpage High School
09.1970 - 06.1974
Ellen Marrero-ZadoryTransportation Specialist